There are many similarities between a sports medicine doctor and an orthopedic doctor. They both specialize in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system and have specialized training in the treatment of orthopedic related injury and illness. Both types of doctors are involved in assessing injuries and determining the appropriate treatment for patients. However, sports medicine…
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When Should I See a Doctor for Knee Pain?
The knee is one of the few joints in the body that allows for a wide range of motion. To perform these movements, the knees utilize a complex system of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments, and cartilage. And because force and impact are placed on the knee every time we take a step, this system is…